Section III. OPERATOR’S TROUBLESHOOTING3-5. Generala. T h i s s e c t i o n c o n t a i n s t r o u b l e s h o o t i n g i n-formation for locating and correcting most of theoperating troubles which may develop in the tanka n d p u m p u n i t .E a c h m a l f u n c t i o n f o r a n i n-dividual component, unit, or system is followed bya list of tests or inspections which will help you todetermine probable causes and corrective actions totake. You should perform the tests / inspectionsb. This manual cannot list all malfunctions thatmayo c c u r , n o r a l l t e s t s , o r i n s p e c t i o nsa ndcorrective actions. If a malfunction is not listed or isnot corrected by listed corrective actions, notifyyour supervisor.3-6. Operator’s TroubleshootingFor operator’s troubleshooting information, referto table 3-2.and corrective actions in the order listed.Table 3-2. Operator’s TroubleshootingMALFUNCTIONTEST OR INSPECTIONCORRECTIVE ACTION1. ENGINEStep 1.Step 2.2. ENGINEStep 1.Step 2.Step 3.3. ENGINEStep 1.Step 2.FAILS TO STARTCheck ignition switch for ON position.Turn ignition switch on.Check for empty fuel tank.Refill fuel tank if empty or low.STARTS BUT FAILS TO CONTINUE RUNNINGCheck to determine that choke lever is in proper position.Position choke lever to obtain smooth running.Check for empty fuel tank.Refill fuel tank if empty or low.Check to see if fuel strainer is dirty.Clean fuel strainer if dirty.OVERHEATSCheck for dirty air shroud screen.Clean screen if dirty.Check engine for dirty exterior.Clean engine if dirty.4. FUEL FLOW FROM NOZZLE LOWStep 1. Check pump for correct operation and engine speed.Adjust engine speed.Step 2. Check suction hose couplings for leakage.Replace non-metallic washers.Step 3. Check for dirt in screen of nozzle spout.Remove screen and clean with solvent.5. FILTER/SEPARATOR LEAKS FUELStep 1. Check filter / separator at top for fuel leaks.Replace cover gasket.Step 2. Check filter / separator for other leaks.If other leaks are found, notify your supervisor.6. PUMP FAILS TO PUMP PRODUCTStep 1. Check to see that engine speed is not too low.Increase engine speed if low.Step 2. Check to see that pump is primed.Prime pump if necessary.Step 3. Check suction hose couplings for leakage.Replace the non-metallic gaskets.3-3
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